Sir Jim Ratcliffe could look to Keane for inspiration Roy Keane could reportedly make a return to Manchester United if the opportunity came about under incoming minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

A large portion of United fans are still avid supporters of Keane - who has been extremely critical of the current regime at Old Trafford.

Former United teammate Steve Bruce believes that the former Republic of Ireland international would leap at the chance to return to the club on a full-time basis to try and turn their fortunes around.

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Ratcliffe is expected to complete his acquisition of a 25 per cent stake in the club imminently.

He will take charge of the club's sporting affairs in his new role as the Red Devils look to end their long wait without a Premier League title.

Chief executive Richard Arnold has already confirmed he'll be leaving at the end of the year while football director John Murtough's position is under review after several poor transfer windows.

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